HR Articles

What Makes People Follow?

Insights into Inspirational Leadership

In these times of "empowered" followers, executives who look beyond the most obvious qualities of leadership will find surprising characteristics that truly inspirational leaders share. READ

Tips for Effective Delegation

These tips for successful delegation of authority will help both Managers and their staff members to be more successful and productive. READ

The Business of Behavioural Interviewing

This article gives an overview of behavioural interviewing: the techniques behind it, the benefit of doing it and the situations under which you would use it. READ

Beware Of The Hidden Costs Of Staff Turnover

Research shows nearly 25 per cent of Australian employees will change jobs this year. And when you consider staff turnover costs are up to 150 per cent of a person’s annual salary it’s obvious why staff retention is quickly becoming a burning management priority. This article discusses the hidden costs of staff turnover and suggests a number of practical measures to help improve staff retention and motivation. READ

Work/Life Balance: Realising the Potential, Delivering on the Promise

Ideally, work/life balance programs support diversity and are effective recruitment and retention tools. Trouble is, many companies don't deliver. READ

Top Ten Reasons Why People Quit Their Jobs

There are many reasons why good employees quit and most of them are preventable. Here are the top ten reasons why people leave jobs and practical measures you can take to help ensure they don’t occur within your company. READ

New Hire Negotiation: Getting the Talent You Want to Say “Yes!” Article Overview

During the recruitment process an effective offer procedure is crucial to achieving a successful outcome. This article provides tips to help improve offer acceptance rates – many of which relate to aspects of the process that occur long before the final offer is made. READ